“In My Kitchen” January 2024

I think my January IMK posts are always the lengthiest. Our families and friends know us well so there’s always a lot of food and cooking-related items gifted and received. I hope you all had a wonderful holiday and if you’re still celebrating, good for you! We had a few holiday gatherings and we were . . . → Read More: “In My Kitchen” January 2024

Spicy-Cheesy Black-Eyed Pea Dip

I have been posting black-eyed pea dips and appetizers on New Year’s for quite a few years. Some of these are creamy and served hot and some are cold or at room temperature. Honestly, I was never a black-eyed pea fan growing up, but I am now. I love creating these new recipes that fool . . . → Read More: Spicy-Cheesy Black-Eyed Pea Dip

100 Morning Treats by Sarah Kieffer, a review

This may be it, dear reader…this might be the very last “best of” cookbook review. Obviously, 2024 is drawing nigh. It’s been a cool ride.

About the book:

Named a Best Cookbook of the Year by NPR, Epicurious, Library Journal, and a Best Cookbook of Spring 2023 by Bon Appetit, Forbes, and more.

From Sarah . . . → Read More: 100 Morning Treats by Sarah Kieffer, a review

Tenderheart by Hetty Lui McKinnon, a review

I’m fast and furiously trying to finish up 2023 strong with my “best of” cookbook reviews. Today’s feature is a massive book but well worth the read—Tenderheart by Hetty Lui McKinnon. And the recipes? They sound phenomenal.

About the book:

ONE OF BON APPETIT‘S BEST BOOKS OF THE YEAR • The acclaimed author of To . . . → Read More: Tenderheart by Hetty Lui McKinnon, a review

Sweet Enough by Allison Roman, a review

I’m cutting it close and hope to post a new review everyday until the end of the year. My goal of reviewing some of the best cookbooks of 2023 has been haphazard at best but I vow to finish strong!

Today’s hasty review is of Sweet Enough by Alison Roman.

About the book:

NEW YORK . . . → Read More: Sweet Enough by Allison Roman, a review

Madagascar for December’s Movies & Munchies

I’m pulling a recipe from the archives today and making treats for the Madagascar traveling animals. . . . → Read More: Madagascar for December’s Movies & Munchies

Yogurt and Whey by Homa Dashtaki, a review

I’m still working my way through some of the best cookbooks of 2023 (at least according to Bon Appetit).

Most of my reviews came from a massive library check-out. My bad that I requested all the books at once. I literally was walking out of the library balancing eight massive cookbooks. (When did they do . . . → Read More: Yogurt and Whey by Homa Dashtaki, a review

Salad Seasons by Sheela Prakash, a review

I’m still working my way through some of the best cookbooks of 2023 (at least according to Bon Appetit). Salad Seasons by Sheela Prakash is next on the list.

About the book:

Create simple yet show stopping salads that will make them the perpetual star at your table. With a focus on approachable, flexible recipes . . . → Read More: Salad Seasons by Sheela Prakash, a review

“In My Kitchen” December 2023

The holiday season has officially started. I can’t wait. I have some grandiose ideas about gift making and giving this year.

For this month’s “In My Kitchen” (hosted by Sherry’s Pickings), I wanted to focus on our Thanksgiving. It’s been a while since I hosted the Thanksgiving meal and it had been even long since . . . → Read More: “In My Kitchen” December 2023

A Cookie a Day for Advent, a holiday cookbook review

A little departure today from my “Best of 2023” cookbook reviews (and to kick off the holiday season)…

Every year, I’ve mailed an advent calendar to our nieces in Colorado. I’m honestly not sure when I started but the eldest is a senior in high school this year so I’m . . . → Read More: A Cookie a Day for Advent, a holiday cookbook review